15 Apr 1969
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1969
Page
1
A brief reader prompt from The Enterprise invites readers to call ACTION LINE or write in c/o The Enterprise to share concerns, questions, or worries and receive potential assistance or responses. The notice emphasizes accessibility and ongoing community support.
A reader asks about Army allotments for a spouse and child, while another inquires how to join the Merchant Marines with required documents and timelines. The column explains eligibility, paperwork, and offices, plus a Q&A on radio power, notable High Point figures, Kansans, and an old tip about easing car sickness with wintergreen drops.
President Nixon detailed spending reductions aimed at generating a 1970 surplus of 1.8 billion dollars, with defense and military aid taking the largest hits. The Justice Department budget rose slightly to 730 million as part of tougher anti crime and social program changes. The plan increases aid to the poor by ten percent and liberalizes Social Security, while trimming nonessential programs across federal agencies.
North Korea claimed to shoot down a large U S reconnaissance plane over the Sea of Japan. The Pentagon confirmed a Navy EC121 with 31 aboard was missing and launched a broad search as U S and Japanese forces worked to locate survivors.
Kentucky, South Carolina and North Carolina lawmakers led hearings before the House Commerce Committee opposing a ban on cigarette ads. They seek to extend 1965 labeling rules and curb FCC authority, noting job losses and pending Supreme Court rulings on anti smoking messages.
Raleigh AP reports the North Carolina income tax deadline is midnight with about 25 000 people expected to miss the filing by tonight Revenue Commissioner J L Clayton notes late filers are typically owing taxes not seeking refunds and penalties run up to 25 percent. The IRS promotes file now pay later with 6 percent annual interest on unpaid taxes and hefty penalties for not filing.
London reports a budget tightening as corporation taxes rise and personal income taxes stay level. Roy Jenkins outlines austerity mixed with concessions to improve balance of payments, including higher taxes on gasoline gambling revenue and television advertising. Pension increases are among the major anticipated costs.
The Sirhan Bishara Sirhan trial reaches a verdict decision as a seven woman and five man jury weighs whether the killer acted with sufficient mental intent to warrant first degree murder or a lesser charge. Prosecutor argues responsibility rests on hatred level, while defense emphasizes blurred mind. Sirhan asks for mercy, mother present but distraught as testimonies close.
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